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Stippling Texture Ceiling Finish
Anonymous user 23 February 2024 - 3.21 PM
Hi, I hope I have directed my question to the right section. I had some work done 6 months ago in my bathroom but it seems like it wasn't done right. There ceiling in my bathroom was done but it looks like the wrong paint was used as it is pealing and flaking off. The parts that were not done have a stippling/spiky finish (not sure of the right name). I would like to repeat this finish but not sure what material to use. Some places I see plaster and others mention jointing compound. This place has alot of humidity. Also do I need to apply a damp seal or something on the area before I apply the finish. Thank you
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Kt Plumbing Limited
Hi there. The best solution is to have a professional over to have a proper look. Anyway, it looks like it wasn’t done properly.
When you are painting new plaster, preparing and applying a mist coat is an essential step that you cannot skip. Applying a mist coat is beneficial for a number of reasons. Firstly, if you start painting on new plaster with unthinned emulsion, you will find that it dries too quickly. A normal emulsion will not bond properly with the surface that you have plastered but a diluted mist coat will.
If your paint dries too quickly, you are likely to find that it starts to peel and that it leaves your surface with an unprofessional finish. Additionally, your paint will not last as long without a mist coat, and you may need to repaint sooner. So, to save yourself time and money in the long run, a mist coat is essential.
Answered29 December 2018
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